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Mr. Beaupré to Mr. Hay (telegram).

Nov. 11

Revolution in Panama. Riotous demonstrations
at Bogotá. Martial law has been declared and
the United States legation placed under strong
guard.
Same subject. The report telegraphed from
New York that Colombian citizens had peti-
tioned the Colombian Government to thank
the German Government for its offered pro-
tection and to make concessions of land there-
for has been officially declared as absolutely

untrue.

Revolution in Panama and canal treaty. Re-
ports intense and bitter feeling against the
Government and the United States. An army
of 15,000 men is being raised and will be sent
to the Isthmus if the United States will permit
landing. A resolution was passed at a meet-
ing requesting the Government to call a con-
vention for the purpose of amending the
constitution to render possible immediate rat-
ification of the treaty.

Mr. Hay to Mr. Beaupré ....do... Same subjects. The consul-general at Panama
(telegram).

Mr. Porter to Mr. Hay (tel

egram)..

has been instructed to use good offices in se-
curing courteous reception to General Reyes.
Landing of Colombian troops on the Isthmus
is deemed undesirable.
Revolution in Panama. The French generally
are much pleased with the events in Panama
and our attitude there. French consul at
Panama has been authorized to enter into re-
lations with the de facto Government.
Same subject. Acknowledges receipt of protest
of the 7th instant.

.do..... Reception of minister of Panama. Requests au-
dience with the President to present his letter
of credence.

Mr. Beaupré to Mr. Hay....]

Mr. Loomis to Mr. Varilla.. Nov. 12 do

Same to same (telegram)... Nov. 14

Same to same (telegram)... Nov. 17

Same subject. States when the President will
receive him.
Revolution in Panama. Report of interview
with the President. Apprehends serious trou-
ble and danger to Americans.

Same subject. Quotes from long note of the
minister for foreign affairs protesting against
the recognition of the Republic of Panama.
Asks instructions in case of severance of rela-
tions.

Same subject. Abstract from note of minister
for foreign affairs inquiring as to the actual in-
tentions of the United States and arguing
against prevention of the use of force by Co-
lombia.

Mr. Hay to Mr. Beaupré Nov. 18 Same subject. Directs to again inform the Co-
(telegram).

Mr. Reyes to Mr. Hay.

Dec. 8

Mr. Hay to Mr. Reyes...

Dec. 11

Mr. Reyes to Mr. Hay

Dec. 23

lombian Government that the United States
has recognized the Republic of Panama. Re-
peats that he and the secretary of legation may
avail themselves of their leave when they
think best.

Attitude of the United States in the event of
Colombia attempting to maintain her sover-
eignty on the Isthmus. Inquiry relating to.
Same subject. Sets forth reasons why an inva-
sion of the territory of Panama by Colombian
troops would be regarded with the gravest con-
cern by the Government of the United States.
Same subject. Statement of grievances. Pre-
sents a long argument based on the treaty of
1846 and facts and incidents connected with
the canal treaty to show that great wrongs
have been inflicted on Colombia by the United
States, and proposes that the matter be referred
to The Hague Tribunal.

Mr. Buchanan to Mr. Hay.. Dec. 25 Special mission to Panama. Reports arrival at

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Mr. Reyes to Mr. Hay..

1903. Dec. 29

Mr. Hay to Mr. Reyes....

Dec. 30

Mr. Varilla to Mr. Hay..... Dec. 31

Same to same..

Mr. Hay to Mr. Reyes.

1904. Jan. 5

Mr. Reyes to Mr. Hay
Mr. Varilla to Mr. Hay.
Mr. Hay to Mr. Reyes..

Attitude of the United States, etc. Quotes tele-
gram from his Government instructing him to
ask prompt and categorical answer to the ques-
tion whether military action against Panama
would be held by the Government of the Uni-
ted States to be a declaration of war.
Same subject. Quotes from Department's note
of December 11 and states that formal action
of the United States in the event of an inva-
sion of the territory of Panama by Colombian
troops must be determined by the circumstances
of the case.

Canal indemnity. States that it is the purpose
of the Republic of Panama to leave part of the
indemnity in the Treasury of the United States
and asks whether interest at the rate of 3 per
cent would be allowed.

Debt of Colombia. Announces decision of the
Republic of Panama to assume its share in pro-
portion to its population.

Attitude of the United States, etc. Answers at
length the statement of grievances, reviews cir-
cumstances and events that compelled the atti-
tude assumed by the United States, declines
arbitration by The Hague Tribunal and tenders
good offices toward an amicable settlement
with Panama.

Jan. 6 Same subject. Asks that his note of December
23 be submitted to the United States Senate.
..do... Canal treaty. Resolutions of municipalities of
Panama approving.
Jan. 9

Attitude of the United States, etc. Refutes points
presented in his note of January 6 in regard to
alleged purpose of the Government of the
United States, the ability of Colombia to sup-
press the revolution, and motives of the Co-
lombian Senate in rejecting the canal treaty.
Same subject. Renews previous protests, denies
that Panama was ever independent, and ex-
presses hope that the Government of the
United States will reconsider its decision.
Same subject. Again declines to reconsider the
decision already announced and proposes to
exert good offices for submission to a plebiscite
of the question of separation, and for submis-
sion to a special court of arbitration of the set-
tlement of claims of either Government against
the other.

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Mr. Malmros to Mr. Hay....do... Same subject. Reports revolution imminent and
(telegram).

CORRESPONDENCE BETWEEN THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND CONSULAR OFFICERS AT PANAMA AND COLON-Continued.

Same subjeOne Chinaman killed.
Same subject. The Bogotá fired several shells on

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Same to same (telegram)...

Nov. 5

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Same subject. Reports receipt of a circular let-
ter from the provisional government giving
notice of formation of the Republic of Panama.

Mr. Loomis to Mr. Ehrman ....do... Same subject. Acknowledge receipt of circular
(telegram).

..do.

Same to same telegram).
Mr. Ehrman to Mr. Hay ....do

(telegram).

Mr. Loomis to Mr. Malmros. ....do...

Mr. Malmros to Mr. Hay .... do...
(telegram).

Same to same (telegram)...

do...

Same to same (telegram)... Nov. 6
Mr. Ehrman to Mr. Hay....do...
(telegram).

Mr. Hay to Mr. Ehrman
(telegram).

letter and await instructions.

Same subject. Keep Department informed..
Same subject. Colombian troops reembarked
for Cartagena.

Same subject. What is the situation this even-
ing?

Same subject. Nashville landed 50 men. Nego-
tiations between Colombian commander and
Panama Government progressing.
Same subject. All Colombian soldiers are going
on board Royal Mail steamer, returning to
Cartagena.

Same subject. Republic of Panama proclaimed
at Colon.

Same subject. Situation peaceful. Colon and
interior provinces joined independence. No

Colombian soldiers on the Isthmus.

.do... Same subject. Instructions in regard to enter-
ing into relations with the de facto govern-
ment in Panama.

Same to same (telegram)... do... Same subject. Transmits text of telegram of

this day to the United States minister at Bogotá
relating to the recognition of the Republic of
Panama.

Mr. Ehrman to Mr. Hay ....do... Same subject. Reports appointment of Philippe
(telegram).

Same to same (telegram)...] Nov. 7

Same to same (telegram)... Nov. 8

Bunau-Varilla as envoy extraordinary and
minister plenipotentiary to the United States.
Same subject. The Panama Government has
been informed that it will be held responsible
for the protection of persons and property of
American citizens.

Same subject. It is reported that the Colombian
Government has detained British steamers
Manari and Quito for the purpose of bringing
troops to the Isthmus.

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Mr. Loomis to Mr. Ehrman....do... Revolution in Panama. Keep in touch with the
(telegram).
United States naval forces at Panama and keep |
commander advised.

Mr. Ehrman to Mr. Hay Nov. 11 Canal treaty, Bunau-Varilla is authorized to
(telegram).

CORRESPONDENCE BETWEEN THE NAVY DEPARTMENT AND OFFICERS OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY AND MARINE CORPS.

CORRESPONDENCE BETWEEN THE NAVY DEPARTMENT AND OFFICERS OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY AND MARINE CORPS-Continued.

Revolution in Panama. Instruction to main-
tain free and uninterrupted transit and to pre-
vent landing of any armed force.
Same subject. Instruction to proceed to Colon..
Same subject. Make every effort to prevent Gov-¦
ernment troops at Colon from proceeding to
Panama.

Same subject. Repeats above telegram to the
consul at Panama.

Same subject. Reports upon situation at Colon..

Same subject. Provisional government estab-
lished at Panama. Colombian officers taken
prisoners. Prohibited transit of troops.
Same subject. Government troops yet in Colon.
Have prohibited transportation of troops.
Same subject. Have landed force for protection

of American citizens.

Same subject. Reports movements of vessels
under his command.

Same subject. Send immediately a battery with
force of men to Panama.

Same subject. Prevent landing of armed force
at Colon and Porto Bello.
Same subject. Prevent recurrence of bombard-
ment at Panama.

Same subject. British war vessel Amphion is
protecting American interests at Panama.
.do... Same subject. Have withdrawn force landed
Wednesday. No bloodshed.

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Same to same

.do... Same subject. Have landed force again. Situa-
tion again acute.

Same subject. Seizure of British steamers at
Buenaventura to transport Colombian troops
feared. Asks instructions.

Same subject. Instructs to watch seized British
steamers at Buenaventura and to protect them.
Same subject. Bogotá is reported to have sailed
from Buenventura with 1,000 troops for Rio
Dulce. Have sent Concord to prevent landing.
Same subject. Did British steamers leave with
Colombian troops aboard?

MESSAGES FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO CONGRESS.

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tion between the United States and Cuba. Agreement between the

Feb. 23

For the lease to the United States of lands in Cuba for coaling and naval stations. Text. Message of the President of Cuba to Congress. Gives extracts of.

Authentication of papers to be used in Cuba must be made by Cuban diplomatic or consular officers in the country where they originate. Incloses decree and correspondence with the minister for foreign affairs relating to the refusal to recognize an authentication made by the second secretary of the United States legation.

Same subject. Approves his insisting upon the recognition of the certification given by the United States legation, but admits that Cuba's right to regulate her domestic affairs can not be disputed.

Jurisdiction of the supreme court on constitutional questions. Incloses law establishing procedure.

Tour of President Palma through the island. Reports itinerary, purposes, and probable results.

Of certain areas of land and water for naval or coaling stations in Guantanamo and Bahia Honda. Text.

Tour of President Palma through the island. Reports return of Mr. Palma and the reception given him in various places. Message of President Palma to the Cuban Congress. Incloses translation and discusses its contents.

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DENMARK.

Eighty-fifth birthday anniversary of the King. 1 Incloses press clippings concerning the approaching visit of the German Emperor on this occasion and the departure of the Duke of Cumberland in connection with the latter's claim to the Kingdom of Hanover. Military service, liability of naturalized citizens on account of. Incloses correspondence with N. H. T. Lind and Ditley Eltzholtz on the subjeet. Visit of the German Emperor. Reports details of the reception given him. Fortieth anniversary of the King's reign. Directs to convey the President's felicitations. Same subject. Incloses message of congratulation in accordance with above telegram. Gives an account of the celebrations and pays tribute to the King's character and popularity. Same subject. Incloses acknowledgment of the minister for foreign affairs.

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Revolutionary movement in Santo Domingo. City surrounded by President Vasquez, can not I resist long. Arrival of U. S. S. Atlanta and good services rendered by Captain Turner reported.

Same subject. Details of President Vasquez' attack on Santo Domingo. Further trouble likely to arise from the competition of various candidates for the presidency.

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